Dig for Treasure
In the parable, where was the treasure hidden before the man found it?
Field
He recognizes true value and acts decisively ?
Hint: The K.... of H..... is like....)
Kingdom of Heaven
What was the JOB of the person searching for pearls in the story?
A merchant
Why is the man willing to sacrifice everything to obtain the field?
Because the treasure was worth more than everything he owned
What does selling “all that he has” symbolize in a christian's life?
Total commitment and surrender to God
What made the PEARL special?
It was extremely valuable — worth more than all the others.
After finding the treasure, why did the man hide it again before buying the field?
To secure the treasure until he legally owned the field
Name 3 similarities between the 2 parables.
1. Finding something precious.
2. Selling ALL to have the treasure.
3. JOY
Why does the merchant focus on one pearl instead of keeping many smaller ones?
The one pearl had greater value than all the others combined
The man acts “with joy.” Why is joy important in the decision to follow God’s kingdom?
NOT forced sacrifice but..
JOYFUL commitment
Name 5 things we might give up to better follow Jesus?
Sin, selfishness, bad habits, putting other things first.
How does the merchant’s decision demonstrate wisdom ?
He recognizes true value and acts RIGHTLY
The man was not originally looking for treasure. What does this suggest about how some people discover God’s kingdom?
Some people discover God unexpectedly
Why do you think Jesus used everyday economic examples (buying and selling) to teach spiritual truth?
People understood trade and value, making the lesson relatable
Unlike the man in the field, the merchant was actively searching. What might this say about people who seek truth?
Some people intentionally seek truth and meaning